December 2023
Prokofiev’s Romeo and Juliet: Salonen’s Dynamic Interpretation with Berlin Philharmonic’s Masterful Performance
Composer: Sergei Prokofiev Works: Romeo and Juliet, Op. 64 (excerpts) Performers: Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra, Esa-Pekka Salonen (conductor)…
Various Composers’ Song Cycle: A Journey Through Emotion and Tradition with the Choral Ensemble
Composer: Various Works: My Father Taught Me; Passing By (E. Purcell); The Lark in the Clear Air…
Ikilikian’s Bold Expressions: Grigorian’s Captivating Performance of Diverse Works
Composer: Arshak IKILIKIAN Works: The Courageous Nazar, Piano Concerto, Superpulse, Success, Crash Performers: Nairy Grigorian (piano), Gevork…
Del Monaco’s Arias: A Timeless Compilation from Decca’s The Singers Series
Composer: Mario Del Monaco Works: Arias by Giordano, Puccini, Halévy, Bellini, Verdi, Wagner, Bizet, Franck, Gastaldon, Bernstein,…
Martinu’s Violin Works: Pospichal and Zwiauer’s Dynamic Collaboration with Vienna Symphony
Composer: Bohuslav Martinu Works: Duo Concertant for Two Violins and Orchestra (1937), Violin Concerto No. 2 (1943),…
Shostakovich’s Concertos: Previn and Ma’s Dynamic Interpretations of 20th-Century Masterpieces
Composer: Dmitri Shostakovich Works: Piano Concerto No. 1 (1933), Piano Concerto No. 2 (1957), Cello Concerto No….
Brahms’ Vocal Masterpieces: Coburn’s Expressive Interpretation with Austro-Hungarian Philharmonic
Composer: Johannes Brahms Works: Alto Rhapsody, Opus 53; Festive and Memorial Verses, Opus 109; Felix Mendelssohn: Three…
Gurdjieff’s Piano Music: Kremski’s Captivating Journey Through Mystical Landscapes
Composer: Georges Gurdjieff Works: Piano Music, Volume 7 “Derviches Trembleurs”, Volume 9 “Les Cercles” Performers: Alain Kremski…
Howells’ Choral Masterpieces: King’s College Choir’s Majestic Interpretation with Simon Williams and Peter Barley
Composer: Herbert Howells Works: Te Deum & Jubilate, Office of Holy Communion, Psalm Prelude, Opus 32 No….
Schumann’s Symphonies: Thielemann’s Dynamic Interpretation with the Philharmonia Orchestra
Composer: Robert Schumann Works: Symphony No. 1 in B flat, Op. 38 (“Spring”), Symphony No. 4 in…
Hans Gál’s Complete Piano Duos: Goldstone and Clemmow’s Remarkable Revival
Composer: Hans Gál Works: Complete Piano Duos Performers: Goldstone and Clemmow – Piano Duo Recording: Rec 2000…
Raff’s Piano Trios: Unveiling Romantic Complexity in a Modern Interpretation
Composer: Joachim Raff Works: Piano Trio Op. 112 in G, Piano Trio Op. 155 in A minor,…
Fantasy’s Irish Inspirations: Le Orfanelle della Pietà’s Enchanting Fusion of Baroque and Celtic Traditions
Composer: Fantasy Works: Damhsaigh, Berçeuse de Gráinne pour Diarmait, Estro-Reel, Il Sonno, Ceol cuàine, Il Duello, A…
Schumann’s Symphonic Journey: Sawallisch’s Poignant Leadership with Dresden Staatskapelle
Composer: Robert Schumann Works: Symphony No. 1 in B flat “Spring”, Symphony No. 2 in C major,…
Benda’s Violin Concertos: Suk Chamber Orchestra’s Captivating Interpretation of Bohemian Heritage
Composer: Jiri Benda, Frantisek (Franz) Benda Works: Violin Concertos Vol. 1: Jiri Benda – Concerto in G…
Nystroem’s Melancholic Landscapes: Nilsson and Risberg’s Enchanting Performance at Gothenburg Concert Hall
Composer: Gösta Nystroem Works: Det Enda, Ur Ångest – Åtta dikter, Ur Musiken till Stormen, Sånger vid…
Queen Elisabeth Competition’s Legacy: A 12-CD Journey Through Emerging Talent
Composer: Queen Works: Queen Elisabeth International Music Competition 1951–2001 Performers: Various artists Recording: 12 CDs, ca. 15…
Cage’s Vocal and Piano Works: Clementi’s Evocative Performance with Schleiermacher’s Sensitive Accompaniment
Composer: John Cage Works: Voice and Piano: Four Walls, A Flower, Experiences II, She is asleep, The…
Cowen’s Orchestral Masterpieces: Czechoslovakian State Philharmonic’s Captivating Interpretation
Composer: Frederic Hymen Cowen (1852-1935) Works: The Butterfly’s Ball, Indian Rhapsody, Symphony No. 3 in C Minor…
Brahms’ Cello Sonatas: Noras and Lagerspetz’s Intimate Exploration of Romantic Depth
Composer: Johannes Brahms Works: Cello Sonata in E minor, Opus 38; Cello Sonata in F major, Opus…